As the Beacon Journal reported, associate athletic director Mike Waddell will perform as athletic director once Mike Thomas bolts to Cincinnati on Dec. 1. Waddell has been a media/external relations guy for four years. My experiences with him tell me he 1) is a smart guy, 2) nice guy, and 3) loves the Nature Boy Ric Flair.

If you are an avid reader of the Buchtelite, which I encourage, I'm sure you read my opinion on Akron's student government. Associated Student Government has gone far too long without media (AKA Buchtelite) scrutiny. Members are given scholarships and plenty of money to spend throughout the year on projects. I apologize that kind of power has gone unchecked since I have arrived at UA. It will not receive that luxury any longer. The Buchtelite should be a better watchdog for where your fees are going.

In case anyone cares, here is the Rasor's Edge from Tuesday. It's on the Cavaliers, who begin their season tonight against the New Orleans/Oklahoma City/Charlotte/Soon-to-be-Las Vegas Hornets. I will stick to Zips-related material, but if you want to read my columns, I will post them here weekly as well, regardless of content.